1988 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
